What Wheels and Tires Fit a Second Generation Chevy Silverado 1500?
December 17, 2024
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2007-2013 Chevy Silverado 1500 Wheel, Tire & Suspension Fitment Guide
Chevy’s sophomore design of the Silverado 1500 brought a lot of new features to the line. A new design, more sophisticated interior, and a better engine that led to increased fuel efficiency are just some of the changes we saw. Combine those with more vehicle trims, the addition of V8 engines and the option of either two or four-wheel drive on almost all models, and the second gen Silverado 1500 quickly became a popular choice for anyone in the pickup truck market.
If your 2007-2013 Chevy Silverado 1500 is sitting in your driveway and in need of some upgrades in order to take it out on the trails, never fear! Here at TrailBuilt Off-Road we have a wheel and tire fitment guide for that very purpose. Take a look at what we have for the second generation Silverado 1500.
Stock Wheel & Tire Fitment on the Second Generation (2007-2013) Chevy Silverado 1500
Second generation Silverado 1500s rolling off the lot came in a respectable size of 265/70 with a wheel size of 17x7.5. The ‘07-13 Silverado also featured a bolt pattern of 6x5.5 so you’ll want to make sure that any wheel you want to use on your build fits that pattern, otherwise you’ll have to get an adapter to make it work.
In our gallery we see a lot of Silverado 1500s with tire sizes ranging from 33” to 35” and even a good number of 37” as well. When pairing something like a 35” tire, a wheel size range of 17” or 18” would be a good fit for off-roading purposes when combined with a lift kit of 4 or 5”. As a good reminder, please remember that with higher lifts, it’s important to keep suspension geometry in mind. If your suspension isn’t in proper balance, you can cause massive damage to your rig.

Favorite Second Generation Chevy Silverado 1500 Builds From Our Gallery

Example 1: 2010 Chevy Silverado 1500
WHEELS:Fuel Zephyr 17x9 +1
TIRES: 295/70 Nitto Ridge Grappler
SUSPENSION: Fabtech Suspension Lift 4”

Example 2: 2009 Chevy Silverado 1500
WHEELS: Helo HE900 17x9 -12
TIRES: 33x12.5 Mickey Thompson Baja Boss MT
SUSPENSION: Rough Country Suspension Lift 5.5”

Example 3: 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500
WHEELS: Method MR312 17x9 -12
TIRES: 35x12.5 Toyo Tires Open Country C/T
SUSPENSION: Full Throttle Suspension Lift 6”

Example 4: 2012 Chevy Silverado 1500
WHEELS: Ultra Baron 18x9 -12
TIRES: 35x12.5 Nitto Trail Grappler
SUSPENSION: Superlift Suspension Lift 6.5”

Example 5: 2013 Chevy Silverado 1500
WHEELS:XD Badlands 17x10 -24
TIRES:35x12.5 Toyo Tires Open Country A/T III
SUSPENSION:Rough Country Suspension Lift 4.75”
Find the Perfect Wheels, Tires, Suspension & More For Your Second-Gen Chevy Silverado 1500 at TrailBuilt Off-Road
If some of the custom rigs from our gallery has you fired up for your very own Second-Gen Silverado build, then let TrailBuilt Off-Road help you get there. Check out our huge inventory and don’t forget that we offer financing, free shipping and quick delivery. Plus if you bundle any set of in-stock wheels and tires we also include free mounting and balance to top it all off. What are you waiting for?
Once your new Silverado 1500 build is ready to roll, please add it to our gallery so we can help your fellow enthusiasts find the inspiration they need to start one of their own. See you out on the trails!